There's a reason that — on many people's devices — Apple's Voice Memos app lives in a folder called "Unused" way back on your last home screen. Despite its many talents, the reality is that the mono mic in your iPhone or iPad just isn't that great at capturing audio. Blue's Mikey Digital brings high-quality portable recording to your pocket, via a 2.9-ounce stereo microphone.

We loved the original Yeti -- especially as a terrific addition to any podcaster’s arsenal. For the sequel, Blue Microphones made a great mic even better. The Yeti Pro targets singers, musicians, and anyone who needs a studio-quality microphone that hooks to their computer. This second-gen model keeps the easy USB connection of its predecessor and adds an analog stereo XLR out so it now works with all sorts of pro gear, too.